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Velveeta Beef Pasta with Bowtie Noodles

Velveeta Beef Pasta with Bowtie Noodles: A Creamy Comfort Food Delight

A creamy, cheesy dish combining savory ground beef with melt-in-your-mouth Velveeta cheese, all wrapped in perfectly cooked bowtie noodles. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2.25 pounds ground beef
  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 large block Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can Rotel tomatoes with chilies, undrained
  • 1 box bowtie noodles (farfalle)
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water to thin sauce

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook bowtie noodles according to package directions until al dente.
  3. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, drain noodles and set aside.
  4. In a large skillet or saucepan, brown ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  5. Drain excess grease.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and add softened cream cheese, cubed Velveeta, and cream of chicken soup to the beef.
  7. Stir constantly until cheeses melt and mixture is smooth and creamy.
  8. Stir in undrained Rotel tomatoes with chilies.
  9. Simmer 3–5 minutes to blend flavors.
  10. Gradually add reserved pasta water to reach desired sauce consistency.
  11. Add cooked bowtie pasta, stirring well to coat noodles in creamy beef sauce.
  12. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or extra cheese if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed onions or bell peppers when cooking the beef. Adjust spice level by choosing different Rotel varieties or adding jalapeños.

  • Author: Sara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: Velveeta, ground beef, pasta, creamy, bowtie noodles, family meal